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West Virginia Weather Alert: Freeze, Then 70% Rain Nov. 8-14
Charleston, WV West Virginia faces a dramatic November temperature swing as Charleston moves from freezing conditions into the upper 60s before another cold spell arrives late this week.
By Marcus Hale · 2026-11-08T10:03:08.381Z
Charleston, WV West Virginia faces a dramatic November temperature swing as Charleston moves from freezing conditions into the upper 60s before another cold spell arrives late this week.
Residents across Charleston and Kanawha County could experience a 37 degree temperature difference between Tuesday afternoon and Friday night.
The changing pattern also brings a significant chance of rain Thursday, potentially affecting travel before colder temperatures return.
According to the National Weather Service in Charleston, a Freeze Warning remains in effect until 10 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 8.
Temperatures near 34 degrees were reported at Yeager Airport early Sunday, with frost possible in surrounding neighborhoods.
Freeze Warning Gives Way to Warmer Weather Sunday afternoon should bring a dramatic improvement.
Sunshine will push temperatures toward 61 degrees, offering a comfortable finish to the weekend.
Monday, Nov. 9, remains sunny with highs near 61 degrees. However, patchy frost could develop before 8 a.m., especially in colder neighborhoods and sheltered valleys.
Residents should protect sensitive outdoor plants through the early morning hours.
Tuesday brings the warmest conditions of the week.
Temperatures are expected to climb near 67 degrees under sunny skies.
Wednesday, Veterans Day, remains mild, with highs again approaching 67 degrees.
These conditions provide an opportunity to finish yard cleanup, secure outdoor decorations and prepare for colder November weather.
Thursday Brings a 70% Chance of Rain The weather pattern changes Wednesday night into Thursday, Nov. 12.
Rain chances increase to 40% after 1 a.m. Thursday.
By Thursday afternoon, rain becomes likely, with precipitation probabilities reaching 70%.
Temperatures should fall from Wednesday's 67 degree high to approximately 55 degrees Thursday.
Drivers using Interstate 64, Interstate 77 and Interstate 79 should prepare for wet pavement and potentially slower travel.
Thursday night brings a 50% chance of rain as temperatures fall toward 34 degrees.
Temperatures Could Reach 30 Degrees Friday Night Friday, Nov. 13, brings another noticeable change.
Afternoon temperatures are expected to reach only 47 degrees, with a 30% chance of rain.
By Friday night, temperatures could fall to approximately 30 degrees.
That would represent a 37 degree difference from Tuesday's expected afternoon high.
The combination of late week rain and colder temperatures deserves attention, particularly on bridges and elevated roadways.
However, the supplied forecast does not confirm freezing rain, snow accumulation or icy road conditions.
Residents should monitor updated forecasts as temperatures approach freezing.
Could Snow Become a Concern Before Thanksgiving? Early season snow chances are beginning to appear across portions of the Great Lakes and northern New England.
Charleston's current forecast, however, continues to favor rain through Friday.
No accumulating snowfall is indicated for the city in the supplied National Weather Service outlook.
As Thanksgiving approaches Nov. 26, additional weather systems could bring further temperature changes, although specific snowfall threats remain uncertain.
Charleston Five Day Weather Outlook Monday, Nov. 9: Patchy morning frost, then sunny. High 61°F, low 36°F. Tuesday, Nov. 10: Sunny and warmer. High 67°F, low 43°F. Wednesday, Nov. 11: Mostly sunny for Veterans Day. High 67°F, low 43°F. Rain chance increases to 40% late at night. Thursday, Nov. 12: Rain likely, with a 70% precipitation chance. High 55°F, low 34°F. Friday, Nov. 13: A 30% chance of rain. High 47°F, low 30°F. Saturday, Nov. 14: Partly sunny, with temperatures reaching approximately 50°F.
The biggest concern is the sharp transition from mild midweek temperatures to colder conditions following Thursday's rainfall.
Are you ready for another round of freezing temperatures, or are you hoping Charleston's warmer November weather sticks around? Tell us what you're seeing in your neighborhood.